Main Characters

Spartacus Character Guide

Main Characters

Spartacus

Thracian gladiator and leader of the slave rebellion. Portrayed by Andy Whitfield (Seasons 1 and 2) and Liam McIntyre (Seasons 3 and 4).

Crixus

Gallic gladiator and Spartacus's close friend. Portrayed by Manu Bennett.

Naevia

Germanic gladiator and Spartacus's love interest. Portrayed by Lesley-Ann Brandt.

Gannicus

Legendary gladiator and Spartacus's ally. Portrayed by Dustin Clare.

Supporting Characters

Gaius Claudius Glaber

Roman praetor and main antagonist of Season 1. Portrayed by Craig Parker.

Lucretia

Glaber's wife and the ruthless mistress of the House of Batiatus. Portrayed by Lucy Lawless.

Oenomaus

Gladiator trainer and mentor to Spartacus. Portrayed by Peter Mensah.

Ashur

Sadistic gladiator and Spartacus's nemesis. Portrayed by Nick E. Tarabay.

Vorenus

Roman legionary and Spartacus's main antagonist in Season 3. Portrayed by Kevin Durand.

Other Characters

This list includes numerous other characters that appear in the Spartacus series, including slaves, gladiators, Roman soldiers, and political figures.